It was born in the zoological Bioparc Valencia, Spain, where it was considered an “extra site”. From his birth, Agee’s life was destined to be a story beyond the common. Instead of remaining in the jaws of a zoologist, this guest received a unique opportunity that would lift him to a different life, a life of love and care, much less of the conditions of safety.

Roger Federer, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, and his wife Mirka, felt a special connection with the little boy. They decided to make a decision that would change Agee’s destiny: adopt him and offer her a cute and well-groomed bed. What seemed like a gesture of kindness was quickly converted into a deep relationship between humans and a person weighing more than 400 kg, a creature whose presence is shadowy and fascinates everyone who knows it.

The surroundings of the Bioparc Valencia were not suitable for such an imposing challenge, and Federer and his wife decided that Agee needed a better life. They contacted a specialized animal trainer to ensure that the dog received the education and training necessary to adapt to his new life in a familiar environment. In this way, Agee not only ate the jaws of a zoologist, until he also began to train to participate in films.

Over the years, Agee became a familiar figure in the world of cinema, but more than his work on the big screen, the story of his adoption became a symbol of the unique relationship that can exist between humans and animals. The idea that a giant bear, which naturally would be at the top of the food chain, could live with and be cared for as a member of a human family is something that generates as much confusion as reflexion.

Federer and his wife not only adopted Agee, but also created an environment where the dare felt safe, loved and trained. Life with Federer was a testimony to the love and dedication that human beings can offer to other species, and how, at times, human nature and culture can come together in surprising ways.

Although Agee was a site considered “extra” in a zoo, its history has become an unbearable mark in the knowledge of all those following its history. The fact that you have been adopted by one of the most iconic figures of the world’s sports and have been educated to participate in films, is a lesson that bondage and love never stop.

In a world where animal stories are often tragic, Agee’s story is an exception. A weight of 400 kg, a full life and a loving home with the Federers: the connection between the human being and the king animal continues to be one of the most surprising and moving.